2006 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (183 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 330 | Tribute |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 183 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |